Jumla Rara Lake Trek - 15 Days

Jumla is a trans-Himalayan valley with high ridges covered with forests and alpine pastures. Rara Lake lies in the remote far northwest of Nepal. Rara is Nepal's largest lake and lies at an altitude of 3050 meters. An outstanding snowcapped panorama of Dolpo and Tibetan mountains overshadows the scene across the deep clear waters of the lake are the attractions of this Jumla Rara Lake Trek.

From Jumla, one can trek along the broad valley of Tila river, 18 kilometers west of Litakot, where there is a hot water spring at Tatopani. Another interesting trek takes one 20 kilometers east to Gothichaur (2,750 m), a circular bowl of grassy slopes and pine forests. Jumla Rara Lake trek is one of the popular treks in western Nepal.

Itinerary

Day 01:Arrival

We will have our representative to pick you up from airport and will transfer you to the hotel. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

Day 02:Kathmandu sightseeing

On this day we will roam around Kathmandu valley. We will have breakfast and will be out to Swayambhunath (the monkey temple), bouddhanath, Kathmandu durbar square and other temples too like Taleju, kumari ghar.

Day 03:Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

After our short excursion in Kathmandu, we will take an hour-long flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, located in Western Nepal. Nepalgunj, a town near the Nepal-India border, is also the gateway to Simikot, Humla. The town itself is an interesting Terai town that showcases the diverse culture of Nepal. In Nepalgunj, we will visit the local market, mini-zoo and nearby villages.

Day 04:Jumla - PathmaraFly from Nepalgunj to Jumla

After early breakfast we will leave the Terai plains of Nepalgunj and fly to the hilly landscape of Jumla, one of the least accessible districts in Nepal. Situated in the foothills of the Sisne Himalya, Jumla is also the gateway for trekkers who want to explore the remote Karnali region of Nepal.

Day 05:Trek from Jumla to Chere Chaur

Today is the first day of our trek. We will leave Jumla and ascend to Chere Chaur along the Jugad Khola. On the way, we will pass Khalanga Bazzar, a small market place for the nearby villages from where we will pass a couple of villages and a temple before reaching our destination.

Day 06:Chere Chaur to Chalachaur

We will take the western trail and ascend slowly until the Jaljala pass.After that we will cross the pass and continue trekking. From here we will ascend on a steep trail and enter the Rara Lake Circuit before reaching Chalachaur.

Day 07:Chalachaur to Sinja Valley

While trekking from Chalachaur to Sinija we will pass through several villages and walk along the Jaljala khola. Sinja Valley holds an important place in the history of Nepal. Palaces, temples, and the ancient remains of a settlement were uncovered.

Day 08:Sinja to Ghorosingha

We will leave Sinja on an uphill trail alongside Hima river. Then we will climb on a steep trail for a while followed by a relatively easy trail until Laha village. From Laha, it is a steep climb up until Ghorosingha alongside Ghatte khola.

Day 09:Ghorosingha to Rara Lake

We will begin our steep ascent after breakfast. Our trail is alongside Chuchhemara Danda from where we get to admire the Himalayan panorama, the vast and tranquil Rara Lake, and the lush vegetation of the Rara National Park. On the way to Rara Lake, we will pass through several villages from where we will reach Rara lake.

Day 10:Explore Rara Lake

Rara Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Nepal. After breakfast we will go to see Rara lake which is also called Mahendra lake where we can boat and see panaromic view of peaks.

Day 11:Rara Lake to Pina

From Rara Lake our trail is easy and we will walk on a relatively straight path until Gamgadhi which is the headquarters of the remote Mugu District of Nepal. From Gamgadhi, we will descend on a steep trail to Pina Village where we spend the night.

Day 12:Pina to Bumra

From Pina we will descend and cross the Ghurchi Lagna pass at 3480 m and continue our trek through a few villages before reaching Bumra. The Bumra village is also known as Nauri Ghat.

Day 13:Trek ends: Bumra to Jumla

We will cross two suspension bridges above Hima river and walk downhill. After walking for a few hours, we will get to a hot spring where we can ease our aching body with a dip. Not long after the hot spring, we will cross Danphe Lagna pass at 3691 m. After reaching Cherechaur, we follow the same trail we took couple of days back and reach Jumla.

Day 14:Fly to Nepalgunj, fly to Kathmandu

We will wake up early sothat we can take the earliest flight available to Nepalgunj from Jumla. After reaching Nepalgunj, we will again fly to Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu, we freshen up and take a rest. In the evening there will be a farewell dinner.

Day 15:Final departure

Our representative will escort you to the Tribhuwan International Airport for your connecting flight home.